Cabin Engineer (Contract)

This position is a temporary (contract) position with no specific time period but could be extended or shortened as needed. Contractors are employed by a 3rd party vendor and placed on assignment to Airbus.

About the role

The Part-time Cabin Engineer will develop solutions to a variety of simple to complex engineering problems requiring judgment and ingenuity. This role is a key driver for modernizing our processes by applying digitalization and automation techniques to improve efficiency, quality, and data-driven decision-making. The cabin engineer works with internal customers and the manufacturer for the coordination of the 2D/3D Design.

Responsibilities

• Revise models and designs based on manufacturing and/or design requirements.
• Monitor and manage HoV customization milestones according to the FCO process.
• Interface as needed with stress engineers, DMU, drafters, designers, suppliers, and technical management personnel to assure manufacturability of designs.
• Resolve technical problems by all possible means, including applying data-driven methodologies and developing scripted solutions for recurrent issues.
• Provide input to the design engineering elements of the integrated project plan to ensure it is technically robust.
• Provide technical input to engineering project teams, including insights gained from data analysis and process automation initiatives.
• Prepare engineering models and documents that meet compliance with engineering principles, regulatory requirements, company standards, and customer contract requirements.

Requirements

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• 1 year of experience within the aviation industry.
• Must have the ability to write reports, specifications, work statements, requirements, and other technical documents.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Ability to understand and mentor principles within assigned discipline.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical aircraft topics.
• Ability to inter-relate with and motivate diverse teams.
• Authorized to work in the US.

Physical Requirements

• Onsite or remote: Onsite 100%
• Vision: Able to see and read computer screens and other electronic equipment with screens, read documents, reports, and engineering drawings.
• Hearing: Able to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on the production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
• Speaking: Able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information, and participate in communications.
• Equipment Operation: Able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
• Carrying: Able to carry documents, tools, drawings, and electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Lifting: Able to lift documents, tools, drawings, and electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
• Pushing / Pulling: Able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
• Sitting: Able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on the computer.
• Squatting / Kneeling: Able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
• Standing: Able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.
• Travel: Able to travel independently and at short notice.
• Walking: Able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
• Personal Protective Equipment required: Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site.